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“All springs reduce their currents to mine eyes, That I, being governed by the watery moon, May send forth plenteous tears to drown the world.” quote by William Shakespeare
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““All springs reduce their currents to mine eyes, That I, being governed by the watery moon, May send forth plenteous tears to drown the world.””

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: The Tempest, 1611

The speaker feels overwhelmed by emotions, likening tears to a flood that could drown everything.

In simple terms: Emotions can feel overwhelming and all‑consuming.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge feelings without letting them consume you.

Themes

emotion nature overwhelm

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

literary poetic

When to use this quote

  • grief
  • artistic inspiration
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

Poetry metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your emotional floods?
  • How can you channel tears constructively?
A Different Perspective

Emotions can be managed with grounding practices.

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